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Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 12 years

Bella was successfully rehomed in June 2015 after a successful trial period and now lives in a family with two adult children, so there is almost always someone around for company. We are happy for the whirlwind! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- My name is Bella and I was brought to the animal shelter in September 2014 because my breed-specific characteristics were not taken into account when I was given as a gift. I have been waiting here since September 2014 for a new home. This is what my caretakers say about me: Bella is a dog with a classic background in many shelters: Once given as an unworkable hunting dog by a hunter to a non-hunter for a birthday, this person quickly lost interest in Bella, then there was offspring and Bella was left on the farm with her father who lived in the countryside. After some time, she came to us at the animal shelter. She is actually more of a Bernhardiner type, well, Bella doesn't really fit in, but he liked Bella very much and tried very hard. But in the end, it all failed due to her breed-specific characteristics, despite the good will. She chased the chickens and other small animals, she slipped through every hole in the fence and even though she never went far and came back immediately when called, he was glad nothing had happened. He saw no other option than to keep Bella on a leash. Now the good thing about the story: the farmer didn't like it at all and didn't want her to live that way. She was finally the best friend of the grandchildren, who could even put their hands in her mouth, she is very affectionate, got along well with dogs and Bella is such a kind dog. They just didn't fit together. He had her spayed, chipped, and vaccinated and brought Bella to us with unusually much equipment and in tears, and the fee was not an issue at all. We have rarely seen such an involved farmer and would love to be able to tell him that Bella has finally found the right home. Bella still needs to learn box training, because she needs to train being alone. This also applies to lead obedience, although some basic obedience is present. In experienced hands, she can become the best companion, gladly in a family with children. The property should be fenced in a typical terrier style and counteract the quick onset of boredom with appropriate mental stimulation. A second dog can help support this, preferably a male dog, then waiting for the owners would not be a big problem, it's easier to wait with two of them. Anyone who wants to get to know the beautiful Bella should lace up their hiking boots and explore the Schkortitzer forest with Bella, so she can convince you of her cuddly nature during the walking breaks...

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Bella konnte im Juni 2015 nach erfolgreicher Probezeit endgültig ins neue Zuhause vermittelt werden und lebt nun in einer Familie mit zwei erwachsenen Kindern, so das fast Rund um die Uhr für Bespaßung gesorgt ist.Wir freuen uns für den Wirbelwind! ————————————————————————————————————————- Mein Name ist Bella und ich wurde im September 2014 ins Tierheim gebracht, da meine rassetypischen Eigenschaften beim verschenken nicht beachtet wurden. Hier warte ich jetzt seit September 2014 auf ein neues Zuhause. Das sagen meine Betreuer über mich: Bella ist ein Hund mit klassischer Vorgeschichte in vielen Tierheimen: Einst als unbrauchbarer Jagdhund von einem Jäger an eine Nichtjägerin zum Geburtstag verschenkt, verlor diese ganz schnell das Interesse an Bella, dann stand Nachwuchs an und Bella wurde, beim auf dem Land lebenden Vater, auf dem Bauernhof abgestellt. Nach geraumer Zeit meldete er sich hier bei uns im Tierheim. Eigentlich ist er eher der Bernhardinertyp, gut, da passt Bella nun wirklich nicht rein, aber er mochte Bella trotzdem sehr und gab sich sehr viel Mühe. Aber alles scheiterte schlussendlich an ihren rassetypischen Eigenschaften, trotz des guten Willens. Sie jagte die Hühner und anderes Kleingetier, sie dampfte durch jedes Loch im Zaun und auch wenn sie nie weit weg lief und bei Rufen umgehend wieder kam, war er froh, das nichts passiert war. Er sah keine andere Möglichkeit, als Bella an der Kette zu halten. Nun kommt das Schöne an der Geschichte: es gefiel dem Bauern gar nicht und er wollte nicht, das sie so leben muss. Sie war schließlich der beste Freund der Enkelkinder, die ihr sogar ins Maul fassen konnten, sie ist so schmusebedürftig, mit Hunden kam sie recht gut aus und Bella ist so ein lieber Hund. Sie passten nur nicht zusammen. Er liess sie kastrieren, chipen und impfen und brachte Bella mit ungewöhnlich viel Zubehör und unter Tränen zu uns, auch die Abgabegebühr war gar kein Thema. Wir haben selten so einen engagierte Bauern erlebt und würden ihm gerne berichten können, das Bella endlich das passende Zuhause gefunden hat. Bella sollte noch das Boxentraining erlernen, da sie das Alleinbleiben noch trainieren muss. Das gilt auch für die Leinenführigkeit, obwohl ein gewisser Grundgehorsam vorhanden ist. In Kennerhand kann sie der beste Begleiter werden, gern in einer Familie mit Kindern. Das Grundstück sollte Terriertypisch eingezäunt sein und der schnell aufkommenden Langeweile durch entsprechende Beschäftigung entgegen gewirkt werden. Unterstützend kann dabei ein weiterer Hund zur Hand gehen, vorzugsweise ein Rüde, dann wär auch das Warten auf die Besitzer kein großes Problem, zu zweit wartet es sich leichter. Wer die schöne Bella kennenlernen möchte, sollte die Wanderschuhe anschnallen und mit Bella den schönen Schkortitzer Wald erkunden, damit sie Sie in den Wanderpausen von ihrem kuscheligen Wesen überzeugen kann…

Size
Small
Age
Senior · 12 years
Location
🇩🇪Grimma
Shelter
Tierheim Schkortitz
Living with Bella
  • Microchipped
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Bella home

What you'll need for Bella in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Bella

What life with Bella looks like

Bella is a small senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tierheim Schkortitz in Grimma.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇩🇪Adopting from Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Bella, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Bella?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierheim Schkortitz handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Bella on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Bella if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierheim Schkortitz will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Bella already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Bella isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Tierheim Schkortitz early rather than rehoming privately; they know Bella and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (DE). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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